Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)

Over the past six months, Lowe's stock price has experienced fluctuations, closing at $223.63 as of June 27, 2025, with a decrease of 9.54%. The 52-week high was $287.01, and the 52-week low was $206.39. In May 2025, Lowe's reported a slight dip in sales for the first quarter of fiscal 2025, with revenue down 4.4% and comparable sales falling by 1.7%. In August 2024, Lowe's revised its annual forecasts downward, citing a challenging macroeconomic environment, resulting in a year-over-year sales decline for the sixth consecutive quarter.

Demand for home improvement products peaks in the spring and summer, influencing Lowe's inventory management and staffing. DIY demand can be impacted by weather, while demand from professional contractors is more consistent. Professionals anticipate increased demand throughout the year, including winter. Lowe's aims to ensure consistent availability of core repair products year-round, especially for professionals.

Lowe's Companies, Inc. is an American retail company specializing in home improvement, headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina. It operates a chain of retail stores primarily in the United States, offering a comprehensive range of products for construction, maintenance, repair, remodeling, and decorating. Lowe's provides services such as installed sales, protection plans, and repair services. The company sells both national brand-name merchandise and private brand products, serving homeowners, renters, and professional customers through its retail stores, online platforms, and contact centers.

Lowe's primarily operates retail stores across the United States. As of October 28, 2022, Lowe's and its related businesses operated 2,181 home improvement and hardware stores in North America. Historically, Lowe's also had retail operations in Canada and Mexico, but the company has since exited these markets to strategically focus on its core U.S. home improvement business. Beyond its retail presence, Lowe's global footprint includes international sourcing offices, mainly in Asia, to manage its supply chain, and a significant Global Capability Center in Bengaluru, India, supporting technology, analytics, and business process services.

Lowe's maintains strong brand recognition by focusing on customer-valued solutions and competitive pricing. They emphasize customer service through knowledgeable associates, online support, and installation services. Lowe's has focused on professional contractors by expanding services and improving delivery options. The company has introduced AI-powered tools and invested in its online platform. Lowe's is committed to reducing its climate impact through sustainable practices and conservation. They support communities through programs focused on housing and skilled trades. Lowe's acquired Artisan Design Group and introduced a home improvement creator network and collaborated with Disney for themed product offerings. Historically, issues like inventory out-of-stocks and assortment concerns have affected sales, and product and service quality issues could pose a risk to customer confidence.

Lowe's Companies, Inc. has significant institutional ownership, with 3,759 institutional owners and shareholders holding 490,313,947 shares, representing 74.88% of the company. Individual insiders own 1.09%, and retail investors hold 24.03%. The largest institutional shareholders include Vanguard Group Inc., BlackRock, Inc., JPMorgan Chase & Co., Fmr LLC, and State Street Corp. Other notable institutional owners include Geode Capital Management, Llc, Bank Of America Corp /de/, and Morgan Stanley.